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(d) Alkenes

Syllabus
2024
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4.23 Alkene functional group

Know that alkenes contain the functional group >C=C<

4.24 Alkene general formula

Know the general formula for alkenes

4.25 Unsaturated hydrocarbons

Explain why alkenes are classified as unsaturated hydrocarbons

4.26 Alkene structures and isomers

Understand how to draw the structural and displayed formulae for alkenes with up to four carbon atoms in the molecule, and name the unbranched-chain isomers knowledge of cis/trans or E/Z notation is not required

4.27 Alkene addition with bromine

Describe the reactions of alkenes with bromine to produce dibromoalkanes

4.28 Bromine-water test

Describe how bromine water can be used to distinguish between an alkane and an alkene

Objective notes

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